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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Shine Topping Ingredients
Method
Cake Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth (the batter will be thin).
- 5
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6
Cool the Cake
Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Shine Topping Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Topping
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the cocoa powder, milk, and granulated sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- 8
Add Vanilla
Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract until well blended.
- 9
Frost the Cake
Allow the topping to cool slightly before pouring it over the cooled cakes. Spread evenly with a spatula to cover the entire surface.
